Recommendations for 7-Way to 4-Way Trailer Adapter for 2018 Volkswagen Atlas

Question:

I have a 2018 VW Atlas with a factory installed 7 pin electrical harness. Im looking for an adapter to take this down to 4 pin but and unsure which product to . Can you please advise?

asked by: Matthew A

Expert Reply:

I'm going to give you 2 options in this particular situation. The first is the Pollak 7 Pole to 4 Way # PK12716. It will work if you 4way plug from your trailer is long enough to reach the plug with no chance of pulling out. The one I recommend is going to be the Hopkins Heavy-Duty Trailer Coiled Wire Adapter # HM47065. It is a much more robust cord that is coiled so it won't drag. The main reason I prefer this cord is on most all trailer connections the end is secured by some type of latch. A 4-Way cord is not and solely relies on the tension of the connectors. This will help prevent the 4-Way from detaching itself while you are driving.

expert reply by: Bud M